Daily Archives: November 16, 2024

Movie Review: A French “Robin Hood” robber enjoys “Freedom,” between heists and prison time

Posted on November 16, 2024 by Roger Moore

The ambitiously titled “Freedom” is a heist picture that makes more promises than it keeps. The latest feature from actress turned director Mélanie Laurent (“Now You See Me,” “The Flood”) sets up as a French Robin Hood tale of an … Continue reading →

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BOX OFFICE: “Red One” bombs, “Heretic” thrives, “A Real Pain” opens wide, “Christmas Pageant” abides

Posted on November 16, 2024 by Roger Moore

Ill-conceived, as many a Christmas “action comedy” has been, the Dwayne Johnson/Chris Evans/J.K. Simmons “Santa’s security detail” romp “Red One” earned dismissive reviews and a great big yawn from filmgoers. Whoever thought a $200-250 million movie about threats to Santa … Continue reading →

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